Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tormore 11 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Tormore 11 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyTormore
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%49.1%
Age11 yr11 yr
Price£66.95£84.95
Rating5.00/5

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

Tormore 11 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tormore 11 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £85.

For beginners: Tormore 11 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £84.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tormore 11 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Islay?

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Tormore?

Tormore 11 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Tormore 11 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)

SherriedHoneyCooked FruitToastedNutty

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